Longford makes the list of Ireland’s top places to retire

Longford has been listed in a feature on the best places in Ireland to retire!

Website WorldAtlas praised the county for its outdoor amenities, supports and programmes for older residents and relatively affordable housing.

The Royal Canal Greenway, which runs through the town, was singled out as an option for walking and cycling, with its largely flat, off-road route.

The Corlea Bog Amenity Walk was also highlighted, with its looped paths around the Corlea Trackway Visitor Centre providing another option for those looking to enjoy the outdoors.

WorldAtlas also pointed to the range of programmes available to older residents in Longford, specifically highlighting Age Friendly Longford, a programme led by Longford County Council which works with the local community to provide social activities for older people.

Another factor highlighted by WorldAtlas was Longford's housing market, with the website noting that the town's “median house price is currently around €160,000.”

The recognition places Longford alongside five other Irish destinations identified by WorldAtlas as attractive options for retirement, including Clonmel and Carrick-on-Shannon.